Hi Michael, glad to see you back missed your work mate. Seeing this has been worth the wait, can see this as a movie poster or perhaps its too classy in retrospect anyway its got so much going for it quality from start to finish with thought at every layer. As you might have guessed I like it LOL.
Take care and don't leaver it as long next time.
Stay safe Victor

Hi Michael, glad to see you back missed your work mate. Seeing this has been worth the wait, can see this as a movie poster or perhaps its too classy in retrospect anyway its got so much going for it quality from start to finish with thought at every layer. As you might have guessed I like it LOL.
Take care and don't leaver it as long next time.

Good one as usual. I like the feel in it with the leaf? texture on skin and the contrast it makes against the white mask. Very good visual impact shot. I disagree regarding image size. They are both intersting and captivating even though as is often the case with good images, bigger is better.
Ken

Good one as usual. I like the feel in it with the leaf? texture on skin and the contrast it makes against the white mask. Very good visual impact shot. I disagree regarding image size. They are both intersting and captivating even though as is often the case with good images, bigger is better.
Ken

I finally get the chance to comment on this remarkable composition but before I do, I would like to thank you for your recent comment. I am extremely grateful and honoured that an Artist of your merit should even notice my work!
I have been viewing your incredible Artwork for a while now and it seems unfeasible to me as to how you are so accomplished at creating these original and realistic images. Although I understand the basic principal of overlaying different textures over the subject using blending options, I would guess the real skill and imagination is the realism aspect.
This image is extremely complex in a technical manner, but it is in the powerful atmosphere conveyed in that horrific/grotesque imagery where the real skill is apparent. I also feel a strong sense of sadness and longing coming from this image. The title masks, has a meaning we can all relate to in the way, we often hide our true thoughts and feelings to protect ourselves, and others from harm.
To me, the clean and vivid white mask here represents the concept of a person who has created an external persona perhaps of beauty, purity and of course, denial. Inside, she is in torment. Such is the conflict between her outer self and what lies within; it is literally filling her with decay and pain.
The contrasting textures you have layered perfectly over the contours of her skin, and the way they are gradually peeling away to show the dark carcass beneath displays excellent precision and skill. This technique also exaggerates the overwhelming feeling of decaying flesh and contrasts brilliantly with the concept of the white mask and the whole imagery of this stunning composition. The larger version of this image is staggering in its detail. The broken skin texture on the head reveals a truly gruesome dark and rotting skull awesome work!
The work you have done with the lighting for this shot is exemplary. It helps to increase that dark and sullen atmosphere, which brings everything together with style and quality. You are a highly inventive and expressive Artist who has developed a unique method in portraying these highly evocative feelings with so much class. As with all great Artists, I always appreciate someone who can place part of themselves in their Artwork I think you have done this and it is a rare quality, which I see throughout your portfolio.
The other important factor in quality Artwork is relating to the viewer I also believe you have this gift, to share your deepest thoughts and experiences through your Artwork. Many Artists come and go like the seasons, but I firmly believe you have a bright future ahead of you with your extraordinary talent, and I therefore hope that the Art Community will recognise the genuine article when they see it.
Best wishes,
Ken

I finally get the chance to comment on this remarkable composition but before I do, I would like to thank you for your recent comment. I am extremely grateful and honoured that an Artist of your merit should even notice my work!

I have been viewing your incredible Artwork for a while now and it seems unfeasible to me as to how you are so accomplished at creating these original and realistic images. Although I understand the basic principal of overlaying different textures over the subject using blending options, I would guess the real skill and imagination is the realism aspect.

This image is extremely complex in a technical manner, but it is in the powerful atmosphere conveyed in that horrific/grotesque imagery where the real skill is apparent. I also feel a strong sense of sadness and longing coming from this image. The title masks, has a meaning we can all relate to in the way, we often hide our true thoughts and feelings to protect ourselves, and others from harm.

To me, the clean and vivid white mask here represents the concept of a person who has created an external persona perhaps of beauty, purity and of course, denial. Inside, she is in torment. Such is the conflict between her outer self and what lies within; it is literally filling her with decay and pain.

The contrasting textures you have layered perfectly over the contours of her skin, and the way they are gradually peeling away to show the dark carcass beneath displays excellent precision and skill. This technique also exaggerates the overwhelming feeling of decaying flesh and contrasts brilliantly with the concept of the white mask and the whole imagery of this stunning composition. The larger version of this image is staggering in its detail. The broken skin texture on the head reveals a truly gruesome dark and rotting skull awesome work!

The work you have done with the lighting for this shot is exemplary. It helps to increase that dark and sullen atmosphere, which brings everything together with style and quality. You are a highly inventive and expressive Artist who has developed a unique method in portraying these highly evocative feelings with so much class. As with all great Artists, I always appreciate someone who can place part of themselves in their Artwork I think you have done this and it is a rare quality, which I see throughout your portfolio.

The other important factor in quality Artwork is relating to the viewer I also believe you have this gift, to share your deepest thoughts and experiences through your Artwork. Many Artists come and go like the seasons, but I firmly believe you have a bright future ahead of you with your extraordinary talent, and I therefore hope that the Art Community will recognise the genuine article when they see it.